DJ Taye - have toured the world djing my own production and performing across stages and festivals all over. Making fast paced footwork dance music is my speciality but I use elements from all genres and make it all original.

DANTE SANDERS-HOUSTON

DJ Taye - have toured the world djing my own production and performing across stages and festivals all over. Making fast paced footwork dance music is my speciality but I use elements from all genres and make it all original.

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DJ Taye - have toured the world djing my own production and performing across stages and festivals all over. Making fast paced footwork dance music is my speciality but I use elements from all genres and make it all original.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Producer, DJ, Dancer & Educator at Teklife
January 1, 2010 - Present
Led music production workshops using Ableton Live and Logic Pro X; produced and executed weekly Footwork classes and dance battles; taught children music production in Egypt as part of an international outreach program; provided technical support and guidance to emerging artists on production workflows, software, and live performance setups.
Recording Artist & Creative Consultant at Hyperdub
January 1, 2013 - Present
Released four acclaimed projects, including debut album Still Trippin' (2018), blending innovative sound design with storytelling; designed and marketed merchandise, including album artwork and branded apparel; conducted educational sessions for aspiring musicians and producers on creative workflows and branding strategies.
Musician & Talent at Earth Agency (UK)
January 1, 2016 - Present
Managed and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US; delivered personalized music production workshops at schools, universities, and community events (including Northwestern University and UCLA); acted as liaison between event organizers and performers, ensuring excellent customer service and resolving technical issues.
Musician & Talent at Rogue Agency (US)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Managed and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US; delivered personalized music production workshops at schools, universities, and community events (including Northwestern University and UCLA); acted as liaison between event organizers and performers, ensuring excellent customer service and resolving technical issues.
Radio Show Host at WNUR-FM and NTS Radio London, Don't Trip
January 1, 2018 - Present
Hosted and curated an hour-long radio show featuring guest DJs and live interviews; provided guidance to guest DJs on audio equipment setup and troubleshooting; FCC Certified and experienced guest DJ for WNUR radio’s Street Beat since 2012.
Radio Show Host at Red Bull Radio, Teklife
December 31, 2018 - October 9, 2025
Hosted and curated an hour-long show spotlighting Teklife artists and Footwork culture; conducted live interviews and offered technical support for international artists during broadcasts.
Producer, DJ, Dancer & Educator at Teklife
January 1, 2010 - Present
Delivered music production workshops using Ableton Live and Logic Pro X, taught advanced techniques to producers and enthusiasts; produced and executed weekly Footwork classes and dance battles; provided technical guidance to emerging artists on production workflows and live performance setups.
Recording Artist & Creative Consultant at Hyperdub
January 1, 2013 - Present
Released four projects including Still Trippin’ (2018); designed and marketed merchandise; conducted educational sessions for aspiring musicians and producers on creative workflows and branding strategies.
Musician & Talent at Earth Agency (UK)
January 1, 2016 - Present
Managed and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US; delivered personalized music production workshops at schools, universities, and community events; acted as liaison between event organizers and performers, ensuring excellent customer service and resolving technical issues.
Musician & Talent at Rogue Agency (US)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Managed and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US; delivered personalized music production workshops at schools, universities, and community events; acted as liaison between event organizers and performers, ensuring excellent customer service and resolving technical issues.
Radio Show Host at WNUR-FM and NTS Radio London – Don't Trip
January 1, 2018 - Present
Hosted and curated an hour-long music show featuring guest DJs and live interviews; provided guidance to guest DJs on audio equipment setup and troubleshooting.
Radio Show Host at Red Bull Radio – Teklife
January 1, 2018 - October 9, 2025
Hosted and curated an hour-long show spotlighting Teklife artists and Footwork culture; conducted live interviews and offered technical support for international artists during broadcasts.
Producer, DJ, Dancer & Educator at Teklife
January 1, 2010 - Present
Delivered music production workshops using Ableton Live and Apple Logic Pro X, teaching advanced techniques to producers and enthusiasts. Produced and executed weekly Footwork classes and dance battles, engaging with audiences and fostering community connections. Taught children music production in Egypt as part of an international outreach program, inspiring creative expression through accessible tools and techniques. Provided technical support and guidance to emerging artists on production workflows, software, and live performance setups.
Recording Artist & Creative Consultant at Hyperdub
January 1, 2013 - Present
Released four acclaimed projects, including debut album Still Trippin’ (2018), combining innovative sound design with compelling storytelling. Designed and marketed merchandise, including album artwork and branded apparel, enhancing customer engagement. Conducted educational sessions for aspiring musicians and producers, focusing on creative workflows and branding strategies.
Musician & Talent at Earth Agency (UK)
January 1, 2016 - Present
Managed and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US, ensuring seamless execution of live events. Delivered personalized music production workshops at schools, universities, and community events, including Northwestern University and UCLA. Acted as a liaison between event organizers and performers, ensuring excellent customer service and resolving technical issues.
Musician & Talent at Rogue Agency (US)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Managed and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US, ensuring seamless execution of live events. Delivered personalized music production workshops at schools, universities, and community events, including Northwestern University and UCLA. Acted as a liaison between event organizers and performers, ensuring excellent customer service and resolving technical issues.
Radio Show Host at WNUR -FM and NTS Radio London “Don’t Trip”
January 1, 2018 - Present
Hosted and curated an hour-long music show featuring guest DJs and live interviews, ensuring a consistent, high-quality listener experience. Provided guidance to guest DJs on audio equipment setup and troubleshooting. FCC Certified and experienced guest DJ for WNUR radio’s “Street Beat” since 2012.
Radio Show Host at Red Bull Radio “Teklife”
January 1, 2018 - October 9, 2025
Hosted and curated an hour-long show spotlighting Teklife artists and Footwork culture. Conducted live interviews and offered technical support for international artists during broadcasts.
Producer, DJ, Dancer & Educator at Teklife
January 1, 2010 - Present
Delivered music production workshops using Ableton Live and Apple Logic Pro X, teaching advanced techniques to producers and enthusiasts. Produced and executed weekly Footwork classes and dance battles, engaging with audiences and fostering community connections. Taught children music production in Egypt as part of an international outreach program, inspiring creative expression through accessible tools and techniques. Provided technical support and guidance to emerging artists on production workflows, software, and live performance setups.
Recording Artist & Creative Consultant at Hyperdub
January 1, 2013 - Present
Released four acclaimed projects, including debut album Still Trippin’ (2018), combining innovative sound design with compelling storytelling. Designed and marketed merchandise, including album artwork and branded apparel, enhancing customer engagement. Conducted educational sessions for aspiring musicians and producers, focusing on creative workflows and branding strategies.
Musician & Talent at Earth Agency (UK)
January 1, 2016 - Present
Managed and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US, ensuring seamless execution of live events. Delivered personalized music production workshops at schools, universities, and community events, including Northwestern University and UCLA. Acted as a liaison between event organizers and performers, ensuring excellent customer service and resolving technical issues.
Musician & Talent at Rogue Agency (US)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Managed and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US, ensuring seamless execution of live events. Delivered personalized music production workshops at schools, universities, and community events, including Northwestern University and UCLA. Acted as a liaison between event organizers and performers, ensuring excellent customer service and resolving technical issues.
Radio Show Host at WNUR -FM and NTS Radio London
January 1, 2018 - Present
Hosted and curated an hour-long music show featuring guest DJs and live interviews, ensuring a consistent, high-quality listener experience. Provided guidance to guest DJs on audio equipment setup and troubleshooting. FCC Certified and experienced guest DJ for WNUR radio’s 'Street Beat' since 2012.
Radio Show Host at Red Bull Radio
December 31, 2018 - October 9, 2025
Hosted and curated an hour-long show spotlighting Teklife artists and Footwork culture. Conducted live interviews and offered technical support for international artists during broadcasts.
Producer, DJ, Dancer & Educator at Teklife
January 1, 2010 - Present
Delivered music production workshops using Ableton Live and Apple Logic Pro X, teaching advanced techniques to producers and enthusiasts. Produced and ran weekly Footwork classes and dance battles to engage audiences and build community. Taught children music production in Egypt as part of an international outreach program, inspiring creative expression through accessible tools. Provided technical support and guidance on production workflows, software, and live performance setups for emerging artists.
Recording Artist & Creative Consultant at Hyperdub
January 1, 2013 - Present
Released four acclaimed projects, including debut album Still Trippin’ (2018), blending innovative sound design with storytelling. Designed and marketed merchandise, including album artwork and branded apparel, enhancing customer engagement. Conducted educational sessions for aspiring musicians and producers, focusing on creative workflows and branding strategies.
Musician & Talent at Earth Agency (UK)
January 1, 2016 - Present
Managed and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US, ensuring seamless execution of live events. Delivered personalized music production workshops at schools, universities, and community events, including Northwestern University and UCLA. Acted as a liaison between event organizers and performers, ensuring excellent customer service and resolving technical issues.
Musician & Talent at Rogue Agency (US)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Managed and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US, ensuring seamless execution of live events. Delivered personalized music production workshops at schools, universities, and community events, including Northwestern University and UCLA. Acted as a liaison between event organizers and performers, ensuring excellent customer service and resolving technical issues.
Radio Show Host at WNUR -FM and NTS Radio London, Don't Trip
January 1, 2018 - Present
Hosted and curated an hour-long music show featuring guest DJs and live interviews, ensuring a consistent, high-quality listener experience. Provided guidance to guest DJs on audio equipment setup and troubleshooting.
Radio Show Host at Red Bull Radio, Teklife Show
January 1, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Hosted and curated an hour-long show spotlighting Teklife artists and Footwork culture. Conducted live interviews and offered technical support for international artists during broadcasts.
Recreation Assistant at Navy Morale Welfare Recreation
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Managed ticket sales and customer engagement for attractions, handled 500+ automobile storage lot rental contracts annually for military customers, and supported high-volume inquiries across in-person, phone, and email channels (100+ daily).
DJ, Producer, Vocal Artist, Dancer at Teklife
January 1, 2010 - Present
Curated and managed high-profile concerts/events (e.g., Red Bull Music Presents: Peak Time featuring Teklife); produced, DJed, and hosted weekly battles and Footwork classes; oversaw Teklife Record Label operations (since 2016) including project management, studio planning, and social media strategy; marketing campaigns contributed to 17% growth in social shares in 2018.
Recording Artist at Hyperdub
January 1, 2013 - Present
Released four projects including debut album Still Trippin’ (2018); designed merchandise (album artwork and branded apparel); developed marketing strategies to boost reach and audience engagement.
Musician at Earth Agency (UK)
January 1, 2016 - Present
Orchestrated and performed in tours across Egypt, the UK, Europe, and the US including the debut Still Trippin’ world tour; coordinated talent for international concerts and cultural events; delivered lectures and workshops on Footwork music and dance at Northwestern University, UCLA, and other institutions.
Musician at Rogue Agency (US)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Coordinated talent for international concerts and cultural events; delivered lectures and workshops on Footwork music and dance at Northwestern University, UCLA, and other institutions.

Education

Computer Engineering at Northern Illinois University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Computer Engineering at Northern Illinois University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Computer Engineering at Northern Illinois University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
at Northern Illinois University
January 1, 2012 - October 9, 2025
Computer Engineering at Northern Illinois University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Computer Engineering at Northern Illinois University
January 1, 2012 - January 16, 2026

Qualifications

FCC Certified
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025
FCC Certification
January 1, 2012 - October 9, 2025
FCC Certified
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025
FCC Certification
January 1, 2012 - October 9, 2025
FCC Certified
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization